Guests say
Old Cottage in Cumbria & The Lake District receives high praise for its prime location, comfort, and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the friendly owners and the proximity to walking paths and a local pub. The cottage is described as cosy and well-equipped, making it an ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.
Reviews consistently mention that the cottage is clean and well-kept, suggesting high standards of cleanliness are maintained.
The cottage's location is frequently highlighted as excellent, with its easy access to local attractions, walks, and a nearby pub, contributing to a high score.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, noting its cosy atmosphere and comfy beds. A few comments about the heating and shower pressure prevent a perfect score.
The cottage is well-equipped for a pleasant stay, though some guests noted the absence of a washing machine and a desire for a more powerful shower and larger freezer.
While guests speak highly of the owners' hospitality and helpfulness, there are no specific mentions of gifts, so it is not possible to score thoughtfulness based on the provided reviews.
About this property
A delightful stone-built semi-detached cottage in the centre of the pretty rural village of Nateby, a mile from the market town of Kirkby Stephen. This Cumbria cottage provides warm, cosy accommodation with an unusual upside down layout, with the sitting room, kitchen and one bedroom on the first floor, and the shower room and second bedroom on the ground floor. In a lovely rural setting, the cottage is just a stone's throw from the centre of the village, with its quaint old houses and traditional local inn. Nearby Kirkby Stephen offers a wide array of shops, restaurants and pubs, while the Settle-Carlisle Railway line, the Howgill Fells, and the majestic Pendragon Castle - of Arthurian Legend - are all close by. A lovely Nateby cottage in a wonderful location, with both the Lake District and Dales National Parks within easy reach.
Sometimes referred to as the gateway to Swaledale and the Mallerstang Edge Moors, the pretty village of Nateby is located near the confluence of the River Eden, just over a mile from Kirkby Stephen. This rural, sleepy village boasts a traditional pub and a petrol station which also serves as the village shop. Composed of a scattering of dwellings and farmsteads built from the local Brockram stone, this village is within easy driving distance of the market town of Kirkby Stephen,once home to bobbin mills. Today, the settlement hosts a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs, catering for all tastes. Visitors can enjoy many excellent walks and cycle routes through the surrounding countryside, or alternatively explore the magnificent Howgill Fells and the Settle to Carlisle railway line.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin & WC.
First floor kitchen with dining area.
First floor sitting room.
Oil central heating with electric heater in sitting room.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, TV, DVD, CD player/cassette/radio, WiFi.
Fuel & power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot & highchair available.
One off road parking space, ample roadside parking to front of cottage.
Small sitting out area in front of cottage.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Small shop 2 mins walk, pub 2 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Brough Castle
- Appleby Castle
- Rutter Force
- High Cup Nick
- Hardraw Force Waterfall
Reviews (49)
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Pam
It was well equipped with all you needed if cooking for yourself. The village was lovely as were the people we met. Jill and John the owners although next door were unobtrusive but we're happy to help if needed. Plenty of walks to do straight from the door and the pub at the end of the road perfect. All in all we had a lovely week and wouldn't hesitate to return.
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Julie
It probably said in the listing that there wasnât a washing machine but it wasnât a major problem and would definitely go again!
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Gladys
It was in a lovely little village one mile outise Kirkby Stephen and was ideal for exploring Cumbria's Lake District and Yorkshire. The cottage was brilliant with the beds very comfortable. Everything we needed was in the cottage and if we needed anything extra, the owners (who were a lovely, friendly couple) were next door to help. Facilities were such that we didn't need a thing. I would highly recommend this property.